PHARMACOPOEIA: IP, BP, USP, NF AND EXTRA PHARMACOPOEIA IN INDIA

Pharmacopoeias are authoritative compendia of standards and specifications for drugs and pharmaceuticals. They serve as essential references for the quality, purity, and strength of medicines. In this chapter, we will introduce some of the most important pharmacopoeias, including the Indian Pharmacopoeia (IP), British Pharmacopoeia (BP), United States Pharmacopeia (USP), National Formulary (NF), and Extra Pharmacopoeia. We will also explore the salient features of the Indian Pharmacopoeia.